1965 F100 TWIN I BEAM SHORT BOX 2WD
$34995
$34995.00 556 MILES SINCE RESTORATION(APPROX. 10YRS AGO) 429 V8 4SPD (MILD) 9" FORD REAREND, LOWERED I-BEAM, 255/65 R17(REAR) 225/65 R17(FRONT) STOP BY VALUE AUTO SALES OR CONTACT JEFF @ 406 459 4777 ALL TRADES AND FAIR OFFERS WILL BE CONSIDERED The 1965 F-100 short bed (115-inch wheelbase) featured Ford's newly introduced Twin I-Beam independent front suspension, which replaced the previous solid axle to provide a smoother ride. It uses two heavy-duty steel I-beams, each supporting one front wheel, paired with coil springs, radius arms, and a pivot point on the opposite frame rail.
Key 1965 F-100 Twin I-Beam Details:
- Design: Independent front suspension (IFS) utilizing two separate steel forged beams.
- System Components: Each side consists of an I-beam, radius arm, coil spring, and shock absorber.
- Attachment: The I-beam for one side extends across to pivot on the opposite frame rail, providing long beam length for better wheel travel.
- Radius Arms: These run fore-and-aft to keep the front wheels properly aligned and handle braking forces.
- Weight/Durability: Designed for high load capacity, often referred to as "two front axles" in period marketing.
- Alignment: Requires specific, old-school alignment techniques, often adjusted cold to avoid weakening the forged beams.
1965 F-100 Short Bed Stats:
- Wheelbase: 115 inches.
- Short Bed Lengths: Available in 6.5-foot Styleside or Flareside, with shipping weights starting around 3,170 lbs.
Common Upgrades/Modifications:
- Drop Beams: Many owners install aftermarket lowered I-beams (like those from Dennis Carpenter or DJM Suspension) to lower the stance without sacrificing the stock geometry.
- Suspension Kits: Lift kits for 2WD prerunner setups are available, retaining the stock end caps.
- Disc Brake Swap: Often paired with a swap to later model F-100 disc brakes or complete IFS kits from companies like Classic Performance Products.
